A Chorus Line

Funny, honest and ultimately triumphant! The winner of 9 Tony Awards, A Chorus Line features the Marvin Hamlisch’s iconic music. Examine one day in the life of 17 dancers, all vying for a spot in the “chorus line” of a Broadway musical. Based on real Broadway dancers’ stories as told to fellow dancer and choreographer Michael Bennett.

Summer Camps 2019

Arts Center summer camps run June 10 - August 9 for kids ages 6-16. Camps include Theater Camp, STEAM Camps, Kids N Clay, Mixed Up Masterpieces, Take the Stage, as well as a dance and drama camp with the Dance Captain of the summer musical, Legally Blonde!

Legally Blonde

A fabulously fun award-winning musical based on the adored movie. Legally Blonde: The Musical, follows the transformation of the beautiful and popular Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes and obstacles in pursuit of her dreams. Nominated for seven Tony awards, Legally Blonde is a blast for all ages!

Comedian Henry Cho

Henry Cho – the self-proclaimed "Asian with a Southern accent" – is back with so much more to laugh about! Henry’s one hour Comedy Central Special, “What’s That Clickin Noise?” is currently on Netflix. Cho's credits also include NBC’s The Tonight Show, CBS’s The Late Show, weekly radio broadcasts and more! Clean comedy that's charmingly hilarious! Single tickets $46.

Arts Center

Located in the heart of Hilton Head Island, the award winning regional Arts Center of Coastal Carolina is a remarkable showcase for professional performing and visual arts, as well as cultural festivals and educational outreach.

Shows & Performances

May 1-June 2, 2019
A Chorus Line examines one day in the lives of seventeen dancers, all vying for a spot in the “chorus line” of a Broadway musical. Zach, the director and choreographer, asks each dancer to speak about themselves in this nine-time Tony Award winner. Based on real Broadway dancers’ stories as told to fellow dancer and choreographer Michael Bennett, A Chorus Line is funny, heartbreaking, and refreshingly honest.

June 26-August 4
A fabulously fun award-winning musical based on the adored movie. Legally Blonde: The Musical, follows the transformation of the beautiful and popular Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes and obstacles in pursuit of her dreams. Nominated for seven Tony awards, Legally Blonde is a blast for all ages!

July 15, 2019
Two chances to see this beloved comedian – the self-proclaimed Asian with a Southern accent – is back at the Arts Center with so much more to laugh about! Henry’s one hour Comedy Central Special, “What’s That Clickin Noise?” is on Netflix. Clean comedy that's charmingly hilarious! Single tickets $46.

Upcoming Workshops

Session I: June 10-14Session II: July 8-12
Tinker Camp is an exciting and hands-on learning opportunity for youth, with a special emphasis on the STEAM curriculum areas (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math). July 8-12 camp session AT CAPACITY.

Session I: June 17-21Session II: July 15-19 (Session II - Age 6-8 AT CAPACITY)
Explore music, dance & drama in this 1 week camp and work with professional artists to create a mini showcase performance for family and friends! Ages 6-8 & 9-13. Pair with Mixed Up Masterpieces for a full camp day.

Session I: June 17-21Session II: July 15-19
Study folk and fine art from all around the world inspired by both traditional and unusual 2D and 3D masterpieces. Ages 6-8 AT CAPACITY. Spots available for ages 9-13. Pair with Take the Stage for a full day of camp.

Session I: July 22-26Session II: August 5-9
Campers will experience a mini-production and will not only be the cast, but will also be the production crew, learn how to understand and develop characters, create sets and props, and design costumes, then will perform for family and friends on Friday afternoon.

July 22-25August 2
Students will learn a variety of ceramic hand building techniques including pinch, slab, coil, surface decoration, glazing, and more! No Class July 26 as clay pieces will be fired in the kiln. Students return the following Friday to glaze the work.

Special Events

Auditions for “MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS,” the Arts Center's fall season opening production are on Saturday, June 1 from 11:00AM – 6:00PM. The production will be directed by Russell Treyz, well known to the Arts Center for directing “To Kill a Mockingbird” and “Pride & Prejudice” among others.

Rehearsals for MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS begins on September 10, and performances run from October 1 - 27, 2019. Actors must be available for all rehearsals and performances.

Immediate opening for part-time maintenance technician. Applicant must be able to work some weekends, evenings and on-call hours. Previous maintenance experience preferred.

Duties include but are not limited to: daily maintenance and cleaning tasks both indoors and outdoors, conducting routine inspections of premise and equipment, light plumbing and repair work, oversee contractors when required and light painting. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Some knowledge of HVAC systems is helpful.

Kathleen Bateson Receives

2019 Verner Award

Kathleen Bateson, CEO of the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, received a commendation on April 2, 2019 from Hilton Head Island's Mayor, John McCann, in
recognition of Kathi being this year's Elizabeth O'Neill Verner Award recipient for individual contribution in the arts. Congratulations, Kathi!

The 2019 Verner Awards will be presented with the Jean Laney Harris Folk Heritage Awards at South Carolina Arts Awards Day sponsored by Colonial Life on
Wednesday, May 1 in a morning ceremony at the USC Alumni Center in Columbia. The S.C. Arts Foundation will honor the recipients afterward during an
honors luncheon. #verneraward #scartscommission

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A Warm Welcome

Located in the heart of Hilton Head Island, the award winning regional Arts Center of Coastal Carolina is a remarkable showcase for professional performing and visual arts, as well as cultural festivals and educational outreach. This is proof that life on our legendary white sand shores is so much more than a day at the beach. The Arts Center of Coastal Carolina is a focus for all that's entertaining, inspiring and wonderful in the arts. Our goal is to delight you, entertain you, and help you explore new ventures. Each year the Arts Center produces five plays or musicals, from concept to curtain call, featuring outstanding direction, superb production design and talented performers. » Read More